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Headline: Anti-slip drumsticks for powerful, precise playing.

Vic Firth is proud to introduce the American Classic Vic Grip 5B drumsticks, available at . Crafted from premium hickory and coated in a durable yet tactile finish, these innovative sticks provide non-slip performance for drummers who demand both power and precision. The classic 5B dimensions—16" length and 0.595" diameter—offer a familiar feel, while the teardrop tip shape produces full, articulate cymbal tones. For rock, band, and practice playing, the American Classic Vic Grip 5B sticks are an essential upgrade.

Vic Grip Coating Prevents Slippage

Drummers can play longer, harder and faster thanks to the anti-slip Vic Grip finish. The high-friction coating provides an enhanced grip, even when hands become damp with sweat. The result is fewer dropped sticks and more confidence during intensive playing.

Premium Hickory Construction for Superior Sound

Crafted from select hickory, a dense, rigid wood, these 5B sticks produce a full range of articulate tones from drums and cymbals. The wood's natural hardness also provides durability and longevity. Deeply back-cut tips further enhance cymbal response.

Classic Specs, Updated Performance

With their familiar 16" length and 0.595" diameter, these 5B sticks have an instantly comfortable feel for most drummers. The teardrop tip shape provides a broad range of articulate cymbal sounds. Upgraded with Vic Grip, this classic design achieves non-slip performance for more powerful, precise and confident playing.

Part of the Renowned American Classic Line

Vic Firth's American Classic line combines tradition and innovation. Bold designs and premium hickory craftsmanship produce full, nuanced sound. The Vic Grip 5B sticks uphold this legacy of quality and performance. For drummers seeking an essential upgrade, the American Classic Vic Grip 5B sticks deliver.

CTA: Order the Vic Firth American Classic Vic Grip Hickory Drum Sticks 5B Wood today.
Vic Firth American Classic Vic Grip Hickory Drum Sticks 5B Nylon

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4.59

39 Reviews

85%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Insane all around Drum sticks!!

Dude! I love these Drum sticks so much! They just like feel so good playing with them because of the rubber grip! I play with these drum sticks at my school band and shred on my set at home with these drum sticks! but I do need to buy a different size because I got 5A which is a little to big for me.. But it still a great pair of drum sticks!

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Sticky and super light

Red paint has a feel that I can describes as gross. Kinda sticky, almost wet feel, sticks are much lighter/less dense than expected. I have the wood tip 5A and 5B as well as the nylon tipped 5a and 5b, the wooden tipped 5a feels heavier then the nylon tipped 5b. Feels a little too light in my opinion.

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  3. Poor Quality1
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  • great grip

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 months ago

    byMark

    fromAtlantic City NJ

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    favorite drumsticks i've ever used #sweepstakes

  • I love the sticks

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted10 months ago

    byJack

    fromAlbuquerque, NM

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use them all the time. they are my favorite. I have many sticks, but I use them all the time.

  • Great

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

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    submitted10 months ago

    byVicky

    fromUndisclosed

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Love the grip on the sticks and finally the right size! Thanks for the advice!

  • These are the go-to for Indoor Percussion Competition!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byChristine

    fromEgg Harbor Township, NJ

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    My boy swears by these sticks, they're worth every penny. He and the school Indoor Percussion crew just took the gold, #1 out of 22 in their class in the Coastal, and these Vic Firth sticks are all he uses. Let's go #sweepstakes !!! There's a new drum set in my future, lol!

  • I won't buy these again

    3

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    submitteda year ago

    byGB

    fromIllinois

    I'm a novice adult that wanted a more solid grip and these were an excellent fit, that is, until a tiny tear on the grip started getting worse. I ended up pulling the grip coating off unfortunately.

  • Great!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byMary

    fromSpringfield, NJ

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Love the grip. It is in my new rotation

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